EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation
The EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation program aims to maximize the impact of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) Community across the EIT Regional Innovation Scheme (RIS) area and other priority countries, including the Western Balkans. This initiative focuses on strengthening regional innovation ecosystems and fostering entrepreneurial education through collaborative 'Cross-KIC' activities.
Who is Funded by EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation?
The EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation program provides funding to a diverse range of entities, including businesses, non-profit organizations, public bodies, and educational institutions, with a strong focus on strengthening innovation ecosystems within the EIT Regional Innovation Scheme areas and Western Balkan countries. Its overarching objective is to maximize the EIT Community's impact by fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional development.
What Projects Are Funded?
The EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation program supports projects focused on regional development, entrepreneurship, and innovation across various sectors. While specific cost categories are detailed in external documents, the program emphasizes activities that strengthen local innovation ecosystems and entrepreneurial education.
Type and Scope of Funding
Financial support under the EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation program is provided in the form of grants, with individual project contributions ranging from 4,000,000 € to 6,700,000 €.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to specific conditions related to proposal admissibility, financial capacity, and project implementation, as detailed in comprehensive program documents. Collaboration through consortia is a key aspect of this program, particularly for cross-KIC activities.
Application Procedure
The application process for the EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation program involves submitting proposals through a dedicated online system, following a single-stage evaluation procedure. Detailed guidelines and templates are provided to ensure a smooth submission and assessment process.
Legal Basis of EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation
The EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation program is legally founded on key European Union strategic and regulatory documents, including the EIT Strategic Innovation Agenda and Horizon Europe framework. Its operations are further governed by comprehensive financial regulations and specific work programs, with official texts accessible via the Funding & Tenders Portal.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
6,700,000 €
Allocated Budget:
Individual grants range from 4,000,000 € to 6,700,000 €.
Deadline:
28.09.2022
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
Regions and countries eligible under the EIT Regional Innovation Scheme, and other priority countries and regions, specifically including all Western Balkan countries.
Sectors:
Research and Development, Education and Vocational Training, Social Enterprises, Other
Beneficiaries:
Regional development, startups, local innovation ecosystems, higher education institutions, SMEs
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Capacity Building, Service Delivery, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Awareness Campaigns, Implementation, Evaluation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), European Commission
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